Unit 210 –Heath, Safety and wellbeing in care settings

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210.1.1 Identify legislation relating to general health and safety in a health or social care work setting

210.1.2 Outline the main points of the health and safety policies and procedures agreed with the employer

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210.1.3 Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of a)self b) the employer or manager c) others
in the work setting

210.1.4 Identify tasks relating to health and safety that should not be carried out without special training

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210.1.5 Explain how to access additional support and information relating to health and safety

210.2.1 Explain why it is important to assess health and safety risks posed by the work setting, situations or
by particular activities

210.2.2 Explain how and when to report potential health and safety risks that have been identified

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210.2.3 Explain how risk-assessment can help address dilemmas between rights and health and safety
concerns

210.3.1 Describe different types of accidents and sudden illness that may occur in own work setting

210.3.2 Outline the procedures to be followed if an accident or sudden illness should occur

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210.4 Explain own roles and responsibilities as an employee and those of the employer in the prevention
and control of infection.

210.4.2 Explain the causes and spread of infection in care settings.

210.5.1 Identify legislation that relates to moving and handling

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210.5.2 Explain principles for moving and handling equipment and other objects safely

210.6.2 Describe hazardous substances and materials that may be found in the work setting

210.6.2 Explain safe practices for a) storing hazardous substances, b) using hazardous substances c)
disposing of hazardous substances

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210.7.1 Describe practices that prevent fires from a) starting b) spreading.

210.7.2 Describe emergency procedures to be followed in the event of a fire in the work setting

210.7.3 Explain the importance of maintaining clear evacuation routes at all times.

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210.8.3 Explain the importance of ensuring that others are aware of own whereabouts

210.9.1 Identify common signs and indicators or stress in self and others
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210.9.2 Identify circumstances and factors that tend to trigger stress in self and others

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210.9.3 Describe ways to manage stress and how to access sources of support

The evidence recorded above is my own work and has been judged as valid, reliable and authentic. It will
be considered as part of the overall evidence required for this unit.

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